Brurke-Charvet, 42, who made her debut on the show as the season seven winner before replacing co-host Samantha Harris in season 10, was apparently caught off-guard by ABC's decision to drop her.

"I have enjoyed seven seasons co-hosting DWTS but understand the need for change considering the position of the show at this juncture," the mother of four said in a statement to E! News. "I've always been one to embrace change and looking forward to pursuing opportunities I previously wasn't able to entertain because of contractual obligations to the show. I've seen my fair share of shocking eliminations in the ballroom but this one takes the cake."

“DWTS” executive producer Conrad Green released a brief statement on Burke-Charvet's ouster: “We can confirm that Brooke Burke-Charvet will not be joining us next season. She’s been a wonderful part of the Dancing with the Stars family since her triumphant win in season seven and will unquestionably be missed by our entire team. We’d like to thank Brooke for her years of great service.”

For the past year, fan sites have speculated "DWTS" would attempt to infuse new blood into the show, which attracts an older audience. "DWTS" boosted the use guest judges last season.

There has been no word as to the whether host Tom Bergeron and judges Len Goodman, Carrie Ann Inaba and Bruno Tonioli will return or not.

weird day….Shocking pre-season elimination #DWTS…ME. @Tom_Bergeron didn't even read my name. I won't be returning to the show this season.